Operator’s Manual IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TO THE OWNER .................................................................................................................... 2 CALLING SERVICE INFORMATION ...................................................................................... 2 RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION ........................................... 3 IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES ..................................................................... 4 SAFETY LABELS ................................
RECORDING MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER INFORMATION Product identification plates are provided for major components of your tractor. The numbers on these plates are important if your tractor should require dealer service, or if you need additional information on your tractor. Prior to using your tractor for the first time, record the numbers from the identification plates in the appropriate spaces provided below. • The tractor model plate is located on the right frame rail behind the right front tire.
IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR UNIT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL, HEED ITS WARNING.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Disengage all attachment clutches, thoroughly depress the brake pedal and shift into neutral before attempting to start the engine. Your mower is designed to cut normal residential grass of a height no more than 10”. Do not attempt to mow through unusually tall, dry grass (e.g. pasture) or piles of dry leaves. Debris may build up on the mower deck or contact the engine exhaust presenting a potential fire hazard.
3. CHILDREN • • • • Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine. Never assume children will remain where you last saw them. Never attempt to straighten or reweld any part of the main frame or retaining brackets that have been damaged. Doing so may weaken the structure and endanger your safety. • Keep children out of the mowing area and in watchful care of an adult other than the operator.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, and thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage. Repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower. • Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing blades. • Check brake operation frequently.
SAFETY LABELS WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH DIE OUTLINE DOES NOT PRINT 1. GO UP AND DOWN SLOPES, NOT ACROSS. 2. AVOID SUDDEN TURNS. 3. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT WHERE IT COULD SLIP OR TIP. 4. IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL, STOP PTO AND BACK DOWN HILL SLOWLY. 5. DO NOT MOW WHEN CHILDREN OR OTHERS ARE AROUND. 6. DO NOT ALLOW PASSENGERS ON THE TRACTOR AT ANY TIME. 7. LOOK DOWN AND BEHIND BEFORE AND WHILE BACKING. 8. KEEP SAFETY DEVICES [GUARDS, SHIELDS, AND SWITCHES] IN PLACE AND WORKING. 9.
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NOTE: References to LEFT and RIGHT indicate OFF that side of the tractor when facing forward while seated in the drivers seat. Reference to FRONT indicates the grille end of the tractor; to REAR, the tow plate end. STOP ON START A. Steering Wheel The steering wheel is centered on the dash panel, and used to change the direction (left or right) of the tractor while driving. Figure 3 OFF - The engine and electrical system is turned off.
O. Fuel Fill Cap The fuel fill cap is located on the left fender beside the operator’s seat. G. Forward Pedal Forward Pedal Symbol P. Transmission Hi/Lo Range Shift Lever The Hi/Lo range shift lever is located on the left fender. The lever has two speed range settings and a neutral position. The lever must be shifted into either the high or low range prior to depressing the forward or reverse pedal to drive the tractor. • Push the lever fully forward to shift into the high range.
U. Hazard Light Switch S. Differential Lock Pedal Diff. Lock Pedal Symbol Figure 10 Figure 8 The hazard light switch is a rocker type switch located to the left of the steering wheel on the dash panel. Push the top of the hazard light switch downward to activate the flashing amber lights. Located at the front of the left running board, the differential lock pedal engages the transmission differential lock.
X. Instrument Panel 7 3 Green Range 4 2 1 HOURS 1/10 RPM FUEL E F 0 5 x1000 4 6 Figure 12 5. PTO Engaged Indicator This indicator illuminates whenever the PTO switch is pulled upward in the "ENGAGED" position while the key switch is turned to the "ON" position. Check this indicator if the engine will not crank with the key switch in the "START" position—the indicator should not be illuminated. If necessary, move the PTO switch to the "DISENGAGED" position. 1.
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The fuel fill cap is located on the fender to the left of the seat. Unscrew the fuel cap and fill tank from an approved gasoline container. Immediately wipe up any spilled fuel. SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM This tractor is equipped with a safety interlock system for the protection of the operator. If the interlock system should ever malfunction, do not operate the tractor. Contact your authorized Cub Cadet Dealer.
• Move the throttle handle to midway between the “SLOW” and “FAST” position. Refer to Figure 15. • Allow the engine to run for a few minutes at mid throttle before putting the engine under load. • Observe the instrument panel. If the battery indicator light or oil pressure light come on, immediately stop the engine. Have the tractor inspected by your Cub Cadet dealer. THROTTLE HANDLE SLOW COLD WEATHER STARTING Be sure to use the proper oil for the expected temperatures and use winter grade fuel.
DRIVING THE TRACTOR WARNING: Avoid sudden starts, excessive speed and sudden stops. WARNING: Do not leave the seat of the tractor without disengaging the PTO and engaging the parking brake. If leaving the tractor unattended, turn the ignition key off and remove key. • • Shift the transmission Hi/Lo range shift lever on the left fender to the desired speed setting. Refer to USING THE HI/LO RANGE SHIFT LEVER sub-section below.
DRIVING ON SLOPES USING THE HI/LO RANGE SHIFT LEVER WARNING: Do not operate on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). The tractor could overturn and cause serious injury. WARNING: The tractor must be stopped before engaging or disengaging the transmission Hi/Lo range shift lever. Shifting while the tractor is in motion will cause damage to the transmission.
• Fully depress and hold the differential lock pedal to engage the transmission differential lock. Release the pedal to disengage the differential lock. See Figure 18. • Move the lift lever rearward in the slot to raise the equipment. • Move the lift lever fully forward and to the right ahead of the float lock gate to lock the lift in the float position. ENGAGING THE PTO WARNING: The operator must be in the seat at all times when the PTO is engaged.
Use of the headlights, along with a SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem, is also recommended when operating the tractor on or near roadways to increase visibility to traffic. USING THE PTO REVERSE OVERRIDE SWITCH The PTO reverse override switch, located on the left fender, allows the PTO to operate while the tractor is traveling in the reverse direction. See Figure 21.
IMPORTANT: When transporting pull-behind equipment on public roadways, always use a safety chain to supplement the connection between the tractor and towed equipment. The safety chain must have a strength rating equal to or greater than the gross weight of the equipment being towed. REMOVING THE REAR PTO COVER The rear PTO cover is a safety feature designed to prevent items from accidentally being caught by the rotating shaft. The cover should be removed only when the rear PTO is being utilized.
Front Weights To counterbalance three point hitch mounted equipment, a weight bracket/bumper kit and cast iron weights are available from your Cub Cadet dealer. Refer to the Weighting Table for the proper ballast to be added to the front of the tractor. TRACTOR WEIGHTING When implements are installed on either the front or rear of the tractor, the normal balance of the tractor is altered.
SECTION 3: ADJUSTMENTS Adjust the final length of the seat belt using the adjuster clip, buckle link, and upper belt webbing on the right half of the belt. ADJUSTING THE SEAT For the comfort of the operator, a single lever adjustable seat is provided to set the fore to aft position of the seat. Adjust the seat to the most comfortable position that allows you to operate all controls and pedals.
• • The length of the upper hitch link is normally determined by the design of each implement. To adjust the upper hitch link, loosen the locking lever and turn the adjustment tube as shown in Figure 28. After the appropriate length is attained, tighten the locking lever. If correctly adjusted, the upper hitch link will be parallel or nearly parallel to the lower hitch links. Distance ‘A’ should be 1/8"-1/4" less than distance ‘B’ if the toe-in is correct. If it is not, readjust the toe-in.
puck and the brake disc. The gap should measure between .012 and .015". See Figure 32. ADJUSTING THE BRAKES The tractor brakes are adjusted at the factory and should experience minimal wear if the tractor is operated normally. However, all brake pads are subject to wear and at some point the brake linkage may have to be adjusted. • If the gap is greater than .015", tighten the hex nut on the brake assembly until the gap is within the tolerance.
SECTION 4: TRACTOR MAINTENANCE Apply pressure until clean grease emerges from the lubrication point. Miscellaneous working parts not provided with lubrication fittings should be oiled regularly with a good grade of lubricating oil. The service life and reliability of any machine depends upon the care it is given. Proper lubrication and maintenance is a vital part of that care.
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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART Check Engine Oil Level 2 Check Air Cleaner 3 Clean Air Cleaner Foam Precleaner Element 4 Change Engine Oil and Replace Oil Filter 5 Retorque Front Wheel Lug Bolts and Rear Wheel Lug Nuts 6 Check Transmission Oil Level 7 Replace Hydrostatic Transmission Oil Filter first 25 hours 8 Replace Hydraulic System Filter first 25 hours 9 Replace Hydraulic/Hydrostatic Oil 10 Replace Air Cleaner Paper Element Grease Drive Shaft (both ends) 12 Grease Front Steerin
ACCESSING THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WARNING: If the tractor has been recently operated, engine surfaces (including the radiator) will be HOT. Allow the engine to cool before opening the hood, or use extreme caution to avoid burns when the hood is open. To raise the hood, locate the latch release lever in the hood notch at the front of the tractor. Lift and hold the latch release lever while lifting the hood at the hood notch. See Figure 33.
CHARGING THE BATTERY BATTERY REMOVAL Test and, if necessary, recharge the battery after the tractor has been stored for a period of time. • A voltmeter or load tester should read 12.6 volts (DC) or higher across the battery terminals. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. The battery is located at the front of the tractor beneath the hood. • Charge the battery with a 12-volt battery charger at a MAXIMUM rate of 10 amps.
HEAD LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT SOCKET The tractor is equipped with headlights. If one of the bulbs should burn out, replace the bulb as follows: • Fully raise the hood. • Pull the wire harness plug from the bulb/socket assembly to unplug the wire harness. See Figure 36.
Electrical Circuit Relays Several relays, which operate electrical functions of the tractor, are located inside the lower dash panel. If one of the circuits is not functioning properly, have your dealer electrically check the relay. See Figure 41. • Start Relay — Functions in the start circuit. • PTO Relay — Operates in conjunction with both the Reverse Relay and Reverse Override Relay to engage the PTO. • Reverse Relay — Functions with the PTO Relay and Reverse Switch in the "No Cut in Reverse" circuit.
• Clean the area around the oil fill plug to prevent debris from entering the transmission housing. • Turn the oil fill plug counterclockwise to unscrew from the transmission housing. • Insert a funnel (preferably one with a flexible spout) into the fill hole of the transmission housing. • Add Cub Cadet Drive System Plus oil until the oil level can be seen through the sight glass. Do not overfill the transmission. IMPORTANT: Always use Cub Cadet Drive System Plus oil to ensure correct formulation.
• • • Through the access hole in the rear fender, clean the area around the hydro transmission oil filter to prevent debris from entering the hydraulic system. Refer to Figure 44. NOTE (25 Hour Break-In Filter Change Only): Some oil may drain from the transmission when changing the hydraulic system oil filter. If collected in a clean container and kept free of debris, this oil may be reused in the transmission/hydraulic system.
• Following the instructions previously provided in CHECKING TRANSMISSION/HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL LEVEL, refill the transmission with the clean salvaged oil or with new hydraulic oil. • Insert a funnel (preferably one with a flexible spout) into the fill hole in the rear of the transmission housing. • • Reinsert the oil fill plug into the transmission housing and turn clockwise until tight.
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE The front wheel bolts and rear lug nuts should be retorqued after the first ten hours of operation and every 100 hours thereafter, or if the wheel assembly has been removed. Using a torque wrench, retighten the lug bolts and lug nuts as follows: Rear Wheels—In a staggered pattern, retorque the rear wheel lug nuts to 60-70 ft. lbs. Front Wheels—In a staggered pattern, retorque the front wheel lug bolts to 60-70 ft. lbs.
Emptying the fuel system: • Prior to putting the tractor in storage, monitor fuel consumption with the goal of running the fuel tank empty. TRACTOR STORAGE If your tractor is not going to be operated for an extended period of time (thirty days to approximately six months), the tractor should be prepared for storage. Store the tractor in a dry and protected location. If stored outside, cover the tractor (including the tires) to protect it from the elements.
SECTION 5: ENGINE INFORMATION AND MAINTENANCE KOHLER CO. FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS LIMITED WARRANTY SMALL OFF-ROAD EQUIPMENT ENGINES The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and Kohler Co. are pleased to explain the Federal and California Emission Control Systems Warranty on your small off-road equipment engine.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE DIPSTICK WARNING: Use care when servicing any component in the engine area. If the engine has recently been operated, components will be hot and could cause burns. Allow the engine to cool before servicing. OIL FILL CAP WARNING: Before servicing the engine, place the tractor on a level surface, stop the engine, engage the parking brake, and remove the key from the ignition switch. For additional safety, remove the spark plugs to prevent accidental starting.
• Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the parking brake. Stop the tractor engine and remove the ignition key. • Clean the area around the oil filler cap to prevent debris from entering the crankcase. Refer to Figure 47. • Turn the oil filler cap a quarter turn counterclockwise to remove from the right valve cover. • SLOWLY pour oil into the crankcase until the oil level reaches the “FULL” mark on the dipstick. Refer to Figure 48.
• Start the engine and run for about 3 minutes. Stop the engine and check for leaks at the oil filter and drain valve. • Recheck the oil level and, if needed, add oil to bring the oil level up to the "FULL" mark. WARNING: Operating the engine with loose or damaged air cleaner components will allow unfiltered air into the carburetor, causing extensive wear and eventual failure of the engine. WARNING: Never overfill the engine crankcase. The engine may overheat and/or damage may result.
SERVICING THE PAPER ELEMENT • Use a spark plug wrench to remove spark plugs. Replace the paper air cleaner element after every 100 hours of operation. Replace the element more often if operating the tractor under extremely dusty conditions. Refer to Figure 51. • Clean carbon deposits from the electrodes using a soft wire brush. • Inspect for cracked porcelain or any other wear or damage. Replace with a new spark plug if necessary. • Check the gap of the spark plugs. The gap must be .030 inch (0.
SECTION 6: SPECIFICATIONS Engine Manufacturer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kohler Horsepower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 OHV Cooling System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIFICATIONS Hydraulic Lift System Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auxiliary Pump Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fender Mounted Lever Pump Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5 gal./min. Maximum Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 7: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES When purchasing your tractor, you probably had it equipped for your particular needs at that time. You may later wish to obtain additional equipment or accessories to perform other tasks. Refer to the chart below for a list of approved optional equipment and accessories currently available through your Cub Cadet dealer.
LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CUB CADET COMPACT TRACTORS AND CUB CADET ATTACHMENTS Proper maintenance of your Cub Cadet equipment is the owner’s responsibility. Follow the instructions in your owner’s manual for correct lubricants and maintenance schedule. Your Cub Cadet dealer carries a complete line of genuine Cub Cadet parts and quality lubricants and filters for your equipment’s engine, transmission, chassis and attachments.